Warrnambool pub fined $150k for numerous gambling regulation breaches
The Flying Horse Bar and Brewery in Warrnambool was fined $150,000 for multiple breaches of Victorian gambling regulations.Summary
The Flying Horse Bar and Brewery in Warrnambool, Victoria, has been fined $150,000 by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission for numerous breaches of the Gambling Regulation Act. Inspectors identified four types of breaches during visits in February 2024, including failures to roster licensed staff, maintain proper records of unclaimed winnings, and retain continuous CCTV footage of the gaming area. Additionally, the venue failed to adequately assist patrons displaying signs of gambling distress and allowed staff to play poker machines while on duty. This is the largest financial penalty issued to a venue for these specific offenses. The commission noted the venue’s cooperation with the investigation and subsequent improvements, such as staff training and CCTV installation. The pub previously faced a $6,000 fine in August 2025 for allowing minors into the gaming room.
(Source：ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation))